1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 129 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
